Lauren Zderchuk
Plymouth
Summary
Dedicated surgical technologist with over 10 years experience in level 1 trauma center. Extensive knowledge in multiple surgical specialties with experience in training staff. Committed to excellent patient care and team support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Hennepin County Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
11.2012 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining sterile surgical environments for various procedures.
- Trained new staff on surgical procedures, instrument handling, and best practices for sterile technique.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments according to surgeon's preferences.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries.
- Experience in multiple specialties including cardiovascular, peripheral vascular, thoracic, ENT, urology, OB/GYN, orthopedics, neurology, plastics, transplant, opthalmology and OMFS.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shriner's Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Setup operating rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Assisted in surgical procedures including orthopedics, spine and plastics.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Rasmussen College
Brooklyn Park06-2012
Skills
- Setting up and operating instrumentation & equipment
- Maintaining sterile field
- Supporting a strong work environment to achieve best patient outcomes
- Consistently adapting to high pressure environments
- Assist in room turnover
- BLS & CST certified
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Hennepin County Medical Center
11.2012 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shriner's Hospital
06.2012 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Rasmussen College